Phong Nha Cave and Paradise Cave: Guided Boat Tour & Exploration
Overview
Available languages
10 hours
Mobile ticket
Embark on an unforgettable journey to Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park, home to some of Vietnam’s most spectacular natural wonders. Cruise along the river into Phong Nha Cave, famous for its stunning underground river and magnificent stalactites that sparkle in the cave’s mystical light.
Continue to Paradise Cave, often called the “Underground Palace,” where a wooden walkway leads you through vast chambers filled with towering limestone formations shaped over millions of years.
Surrounded by lush jungle and ancient karst mountains, this experience reveals the incredible beauty and geological wonders of central Vietnam. Exploring Phong Nha Cave and Paradise Cave is more than a tour — it’s a journey into one of the most breathtaking underground worlds in Asia.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please provide the name and address of your hotel in Dong Hoi or Phong Nha for pick-up arrangements.
You need to provide the tour leader's phone number and preferred method of contact so the tour operator can reach out to you directly after booking.
If you're vegetarian or have any special dietary needs, please let the local operator know in advance.
You can also end your trip in Dong Hoi or Phong Nha.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Dong Hoi
7:15 AM - 7:45 AM: Begin your adventure with a convenient hotel pick-up from Dong Hoi city or Dong Hoi train station.
Phong Nha
8:30 AM - 8:45 AM: Pick-up from your hotel/homstay in the scenic Phong Nha Village area.
What‘s Included
An English-speaking tour guide with expertise in the history and culture of the caves
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Dong Hoi city or Phong Nha village
Bottled water
Buggy ride through the jungle
Entrance tickets to Phong Nha Cave and Paradise Cave
300 meter exploration on foot inside Phong Nha Cave
1 kilometer exploration of Paradise Cave
Travel hat
• Enjoy lunch at a restaurant in Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park (with the option to choose vegetarian dishes)
Dragon boat ride on the Son river
Far pick up surcharge if you stay out of the pick up area
Tet holiday fees (10 USD per person)
Public holiday surcharge (April 28 – May 2): 150,000 VND per person
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Private Tour
Duration: 9 hours: Visit Phong Nha and Paradise Caves in 9 hours, including transportation from Dong Hoi and a boat ride to Phong Nha Cave. Local Specialty Lunch: Enjoy a tasty lunch with grilled meat, fish, rice, and fresh vegetables. Vegetarian options are available. Tourist SUV or Minivan: Travel in comfort with a tourist SUV or minivan, tailored to accommodate your group size. Pickup included
Group Tour - No Tickets
No Tickets and No Lunch: This service does not include entrance fees, dragon boat tickets, tickets to visit Phong Nha Cave and Paradise Cave and Lunch Duration: 9 hours Dong Hoi-Phong Nha Tour Route: Pick-up → Paradise Cave (No Ticket) → Lunch ( not included ) → Phong Nha Cave (No Ticket) → Drop-off Van / Bus / Car Confirmation: After you book, our Customer Care team will quickly contact you to confirm your trip details. Pickup included
Group Tour: Drop-off in Hue
Group Tour : Includes a Son River boat ride to Phong Nha and a buggy ride through the forest to Paradise Cave Standard service Duration: 1 day Lunch and Bottled Water: Includes lunch and 2 bottles of water per person per tour Phong Nha and Paradise caves : Pick-up from Dong Hoi & Phong Nha → Visit Paradise Cave → Lunch → Explore Phong Nha Cave → Drop-off at Hue Van/ Bus: Ford Transit and Hyundai Solati vans, offering spacious and comfortable transportation . Services: Includes entrance fees, professional tour guide, & travel insurance to ensure a smooth and safe journey for all participants Pickup included
Group: Drop Dong Hoi/Phong Nha
Group Tour : Includes a Son River boat ride to Phong Nha Cave and a buggy ride through the forest to Paradise Cave Standard Service Duration: 9 hours Lunch and Bottled Water: Includes lunch and 2 bottles of water per person per tour Dong Hoi-Phong Nha Tour Route: Pick-up from Dong Hoi & Phong Nha → Visit Paradise Cave → Lunch → Explore Phong Nha Cave → Drop-off at Phong Nha & Dong Hoi Minibus: Ford Transit and Hyundai Solati vans, offering spacious and comfortable transportation for groups of up to 16 passengers Services: Includes entrance fees, professional tour guide, & travel insurance to ensure a smooth and safe journey for all participants Pickup included
Reviews
430 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Paradise Cave Tour
maddied843,May 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing trip to Paradise cave, comfy transport from Hue! Our guide Jessica, was just amazing, so bubbly and full of lots of great information!
Awesome caves - helpful guide
alexanderwV1186AH,May 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful day in those two incredible caves. They are both very well worth to visit with lots of different formations and colors. Especially the Paradise Cave is sooo huge and impressive. The lunch was very good, with vegetarian options. Our guide David was really good to keep an eye on the schedule so that we always were in time. He even managed that we arrived safely back at Dong Ho railway station to catch our train.
Magnificent caves
odileg171,May 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great visit to two caves. The activity lasted all day. The caves were splendid and worth the visit. The lunch was delicious and there was more than enough. Our guide Jessica was fantastic! Dynamic, funny, and especially very knowledgeable. She is ready to answer any question and knows a lot about the caves. I recommend it!
Brilliant tour and great guide
Cameron C,May 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a really good time on my tour and our guide Jessica was brilliant she made the experience so much better as she had a lot of knowledge and told us a lot of interesting things and she also was very good at involving everyone in the conversations
Great cave tour
benbX9245VH,May 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great experience on the day trip to Paradise Cave and Phong Nha Cave. Jessica is an amazing guide and the tour did not feel rushed yet we saw so much!
Phong Nha and paradise caves
B6711AOcristianc,May 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such a great time visiting Paradise Cave and Phong Nha Cave! The lunch was delicious, and the transport was air-conditioned. I especially want to mention our tour guide Jessica – she was so enthusiastic and energetic, we really enjoyed the tour.
Meaningful experience
HuongN696,May 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A truly meaningful trip to Phong Nha and Paradise Cave! I was completely blown away by the majestic stalactites inside the caves. Huge thanks to our enthusiastic tour guide who provided so much informative and meaningful insights about the history and geology of this World Heritage site. A must-visit in Vietnam!
Sightseeing cavee
bagasw2026,May 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very fun, a lot of experiences, and the tour guide was very kind and approachable🥳🥳
Great tour. Really...
Michelle H,May 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour. Really enjoyed the caves. The guide was engaged, a lot of fun, and she really took the time to learn about everyone and their needs. The bus was high quality and the day very organized. Highly recommended if passing through!
Great Tour!
V2514TNjordanm,May 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience exploring the caves today. Everything was very well organized and ran smoothly. The guide Jessica was super knowledgeable and very funny, I would recommend this tour to anyone visiting Phong Nha!
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